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Build your first custom mechanical keyboard with this beginner's guide to parts, compatibility, pricing, assembly, and keyboard software. The post How to Build a Custom Mechanical Keyboard: Beginner’s Guide appeared first on TechRepublic.

We compare five mechanical keyboards for 2026, including high-speed wireless models, compact designs, and budget-friendly options backed by independent reviews. The post Best Mechanical Keyboards of 2026: 5 Picks for Gaming and Work appeared first on TechRepublic.

Magnetic keyboards offer adjustable sensitivity and Rapid Trigger, but traditional mechanical models remain strong choices for typing, customization, and value. The post Mechanical vs Magnetic Keyboards: Which Is Better? appeared first on TechRepublic.

Apple has removed Intel Macs from its US Magic Mouse and Magic Trackpad compatibility lists, but the USB-C accessories reportedly continue working. The post Apple Drops Intel Macs From Magic Mouse and Trackpad Compatibility Lists appeared first on TechRepublic.

OnePlus 16 cheat sheet: Explore the Oct. 12 release date, expected price, 9,000mAh battery, 200MP camera, specs, and US availability. The post OnePlus 16 Cheat Sheet: Price, Specs, and Everything We Know appeared first on TechRepublic.

Toshiba expands HDD production in the Philippines, with new shipments underway, a multibillion-peso investment planned, and 3,000 jobs expected. The post Toshiba Begins Philippine HDD Shipments as AI Demand Drives Expansion appeared first on TechRepublic.

Toshiba expands HDD production in the Philippines, with new shipments underway, a multibillion-peso investment planned, and 3,000 jobs expected. The post Toshiba Begins Philippine HDD Shipments as AI Demand Drives Expansion appeared first on TechRepublic.

Samsung expects a nearly ninefold profit increase as AI memory demand drives chip prices higher, putting pressure on enterprise hardware budgets. The post Samsung Forecasts Nearly Ninefold Profit Surge as AI Memory Prices Soar appeared first on TechRepublic.

Samsung's Galaxy Tab S12+ challenges Apple's iPad Air M4 for work. Compare productivity features, storage, accessories, and costs to see which offers more. The post Galaxy Tab S12+ vs iPad Air M4: Is Samsung’s Pricier Tablet Actually Better for Work? appeared first on TechRepublic.

Amazon unveils three new Alexa tablets starting at $229.99, with Google Play access, Alexa+ features, and major changes for Fire tablet owners. The post Amazon’s New Alexa Tablets Start at $229: What’s Changing for Fire Owners appeared first on TechRepublic.

Five states have sued TP-Link over router security and disclosure claims. Here's how the lawsuits, FCC restrictions, and firmware vulnerabilities affect existing owners. The post TP-Link Faces 5 State Lawsuits: Are Its Routers Still Legal in the US? appeared first on TechRepublic.

TP-Link's Archer 8 Ultra brings Wi-Fi 8 to select markets, but high prices, limited client support, and unfinished features make Wi-Fi 7 the better buy for most users. The post Wi-Fi 8 vs Wi-Fi 7: Is TP-Link’s Archer 8 Ultra Worth It? appeared first on TechRepublic.

TP-Link's Archer 8 Ultra brings Wi-Fi 8 to select markets, but high prices, limited client support, and unfinished features make Wi-Fi 7 the better buy for most users. The post Wi-Fi 8 vs Wi-Fi 7: Is TP-Link’s Archer 8 Ultra Worth It? appeared first on TechRepublic.

Malaysia's Silicon Island aims to expand Penang's chip industry with a 700-acre tech park. See its costs, 2029 timeline, and APAC implications. The post Malaysia Builds a New ‘Silicon Island’ to House Its AI Ambitions appeared first on TechRepublic.

Apple Watch Ultra 4 and Garmin Fenix 9 Pro offer phone-free connectivity, but subscription fees, satellite coverage, and battery life change the equation. The post Apple Watch Ultra 4 vs Garmin Fenix 9 Pro: The Hidden Costs of Going Phone-Free appeared first on TechRepublic.

AMD's Ryzen 7 9850X3D leads in gaming, while Intel's Core Ultra 7 270K Plus delivers much stronger multi-threaded performance for less. The post Ryzen 7 9850X3D vs Core Ultra 7 270K Plus: Which CPU Is Better in 2026? appeared first on TechRepublic.

Samsung's 9100 Pro and WD Black SN8100 are flagship PCIe 5.0 SSDs, but independent tests reveal meaningful differences in sustained writes, thermals, and value. The post Samsung 9100 Pro vs WD Black SN8100: Which Is Better? appeared first on TechRepublic.

Samsung's S95H and LG's G6 share a $2,499.99 55-inch MSRP but differ on brightness, reflections, HDR formats, gaming latency, and warranty. The post Samsung S95H vs LG G6 OLED: Which TV Is Better? appeared first on TechRepublic.

Microsoft’s Surface Laptop Ultra starts at $2,599 with an Nvidia RTX Spark GPU, up to 128GB of memory, and support for running large AI models locally. The post Microsoft’s $2,599 Surface Laptop Ultra Puts Nvidia RTX Spark Inside a Windows Laptop appeared first on TechRepublic.

Five CPU coolers from Arctic, Thermalright, Noctua, Corsair, and be quiet! stand out for cooling, noise, compatibility, and value in 2026. The post Best CPU Coolers for 2026: Arctic, Noctua, Thermalright, Corsair and be quiet! appeared first on TechRepublic.